The Founding of King Alfred School

The founders of King Alfred School, Tom and Hayley Bowen, established it as a response to their dissatisfaction with conventional educational options available to their son and the local community. They sought an educational model that not only focused on academic excellence but also embodied values they deemed essential, leading them to classical education. The school started small, enrolling only nine children initially, and has since grown to thirty students, demonstrating a significant demand for their unique approach. This growth reflects a wider interest in educational alternatives rooted in community engagement and traditional values.